Low Kang Cabinet, Light Elm winter-sale These developed later into larger

These developed later into larger folding armchairs

along with the circular door hardware and brass handles

our wooden trunks hark back to the traditional chests which were extremely common in Chinese homes

The subtly curved lid gives this black lacquer trunk its name as well as its graceful lines

This black lacquer chest is in the classic frame and panel construction that is typical of Chinese furniture

Low Kang Cabinet, Light Elm winter-sale These developed later into largerThis particular model in light elm is based on the Kang cabinets which were used to hold all sorts of general items or valuables often stored in hard to reach or 'secret' sections inside. This type of cabinet is ideal for use as a TV stand, with three central drawers and two cupboard sections, each with a removable shelf inside. They are based on the low level furniture that would be placed on the 'kang' a raised, hollow platform made from brick or